![]() ![]() The shower shoes can be old flip-flops that you have kicking around your closet. I realize that carrying three pairs of shoes might seem like an indulgence, but I really think it’s necessary. When the trail loops back into the trees, sit down and swap out the boots for your trail runners. If you’re walking on pavement, wear your boots. Remember you can always switch your shoes in the middle of your stage, too. On the other hand, while my boots protected my feet on pavement, I needed a pair of lighter-weight, breathable shoes for trail days and for hot days when my feet were throbbing from their numerous sweat-induced blisters. Lizz loved her Altras on the Camino but she needed something more sturdy for pavement days. Here’s the men’s version of the Altra Lone Peak 6 Trail Running Shoes at REI. If you’ve got a trail day ahead of you, a pair of Altra Trail Running shoes like the ones Lizz wore is the way to go. ![]() That’s when you’ll find out whether you’re in for a day of pavement or trails. Over dinner at the end of your day on the Camino, you will read ahead about the next day’s Camino stage. Do pack one pair of lightweight trail runners That’s why I would alternate my boots with another more lightweight pair of shoes if I were to walk the Camino again. ![]() I’ve hiked countless times in these boots with no blisters at all!īut walking in them for 500 miles is a whole other story. I’ve waded through small streams and my feet stayed dry. They are beautifully breathable but still waterproof. The insoles provide great arch support and they aren’t SO waterproof that ALL moisture (read: sweat) is trapped in your boots and on your feet. I want to reiterate that the shoes you choose might be different than what worked for me. Here is the men’s version: The Oboz Bridger Mid BDry Hiking Boots. ![]()
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